Mandatory minimum sentencing laws have resulted in __________.

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Mandatory minimum sentencing laws require a minimum sentence (usually a set number of years) for certain crimes, regardless of mitigating factors or individual circumstances. This has led to many nonviolent offenders receiving harsh sentences and overcrowding in prisons. Additionally, the influx of cases resulting from mandatory minimums has put a strain on the judicial system. While some argue that these laws deter crime and decrease drug trafficking, the evidence is mixed and their negative consequences are becoming increasingly clear.

Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws Have Resulted in __________